Behind the headlines of the Norfolk Admirals

By Corine Gatti

October 30th, 2001

Ice hot: First-time pro Tyler Arnason has jump-started his first gig in the AHL. The twenty-three year-old center, has recorded (3)goals (5)assists with (8) points in his first twelve games. Also, the Oklahoma City native has spent the last three seasons with ST. Cloud ST. (WCHL) and recorded (28) goals (28) assists (56) points in the 2000-2001 season. Chicago’s seventh round draft pick (183rd overall) recorded a career high in assists (45) with the Winnipeg Blues (MJHL) in 1996-97.

A veteran takes center stage: When it comes to bravery on the ice Veteran Peter White has shown that within the city of “Brotherly Love” for last seven seasons. But the Philadelphia Flyers were reluctant to resign the free agent this fall. And in turn, Chicago’s GM, Mike Smith, signed him to the Admirals in September. The center is currently ranked third in the AHL in assists (8) and enjoyed his 400th AHL assist on the road against Lowell last week.

Russell hustles: (RW) Bobby Russell has not recorded an AHL goal in his first seven games this season, but last weekend the former ECHLer fired two shots that helped speed his team towards victory. Russell, a former Hampton Roads Admirals (ECHL), was under the former direction of the legendary John Brophy (now with the Wheeling Nailers) through 1998-00 season. Known for his speed, he posted over goals (30) assists(65). Also, the six-foot winger skated with Jackson Bandits last season and accumulated goals (38) assists (30) points (68). Trent Yawney (head coach) was impressed with the speed of the Canadian native at training camp and this month he was signed to a PTO (players tryout contract) with Norfolk.